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headline bars
continuation tabs
notes
warnings
headline bars
continuation tabs
notes
warnings
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MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOO
TING
NEEDlE REMOVAl AND ClEANING (fig. 19)
1. Hand loosen the needle chucking nut counter-
clockwise.
2. Carefully pull the needle out of the air brush.
3. Clean needle with proper solvent or clear water.
4. Place needle flat on a worktable.
5. Run a pencil eraser the entire length of the needle
while rolling needle slowly.
6. Remove all eraser particles by running needle between
thumb and forefinger.
7. Do not bend needle. A bent needle will prevent proper air brush use.
IMPORTANT:
If necessary, straighten a bent needle by placing the needle on a firm surface at the angle of
the tip. Run a fingernail across the needle while turning needle slowly. Run fingernail from the body of the
needle outward toward the tip.
NEEDlE INSTAllATION
IMPORTANT:
Install the head before re-inserting the needle into the air brush.
1. Use caution when re-installing needle. Do not jam needle back into the head.
2. Hand tighten the adjustment screw firmly so the needle does not move. If the needle is not tightened
enough, you will not be able to shut off material flow.
STORING
1. When not using the air brush, it must be well cleaned and lightly lubricated.
2. Store the air brush in a dry and safe place out of reach of children.
Fig. 19
Needle chucking nut
Needle
CAUTION!
Maintain the air brush with care. Keep the air brush clean and oiled for best and safest performance.
TROUblESHOOTING
AIR bRUSH COMPRESSOR
Problem
Possible Causes
likely Solutions
The motor does
not work.
1. No electrical power.
2. Damaged power cord.
3. Electrical wiring within the unit is
defective.
4. Power switch is defective.
1. Plug the power cord into a working,
120V~, grounded, electrical outlet.
2. Have a qualified service technician
replace the power cord.
3. Have a qualified service technician
replace electric wiring.
4. Have a qualified service technician
replace power switch.
The motor runs,
but it makes
irregular noises or
a knocking noise.
1. Bearing is loose or damaged.
2. Screws in the connection rod are loose.
1. Have a qualified service technician
replace the bearing.
2. Tighten the screws, or replace them
if necessary.
Not enough
pressure when
painting or
spraying.
1. Loose air connection(s).
2. Air hose is damaged.
3. Screws on cylinder cover are loose.
1. Check all air connections, and tighten
them if necessary
2. Replace air hose.
3. Tighten screws.
Motor runs
properly, but no air
pressure or lack
of air delivery.
1. Valve plate is loose or out of place.
2. Retainer ring is damaged after
excessive use at high pressure.
1. Open the front cover and make
sure the valve plate is in the proper
position. Tighten the screws if
necessary.
2. Have a qualified service technician
replace the retainer ring.
